About this role
Job summary
Ward 35 is a 23-bed Care of the Elderly ward providing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for patients aged 65 years and over. The ward cares for patients with a wide range of complex medical, physical and cognitive health needs, including dementia, delirium, Parkinson's disease, frailty, falls risk, and multiple long-term conditions.
As a Band 5 Staff Nurse, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, person-centred nursing care, ensuring patient safety, dignity and wellbeing at all times. You will work as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team (MDT), collaborating closely with doctors, therapists, pharmacists, dietitians, discharge coordinators and specialist nurses to support patients throughout their hospital journey and facilitate safe, effective discharge planning.
We pride ourselves on excellent multidisciplinary team working, with nurses, doctors, therapists and support services working collaboratively to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients. Our focus is on delivering safe, compassionate, holistic care while supporting patients to maintain independence and return safely to their chosen place of residence.
Main duties of the job
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised care for older adults with complex healthcare needs. Recognise and respond appropriately to changes in patients' physical and cognitive conditions. Support the management of patients living with dementia, delirium and Parkinson's disease using evidence-based approaches. Undertake medicines administration and treatment within Trust policies and professional standards. Complete and maintain accurate nursing documentation and risk assessments. Promote falls prevention, pressure ulcer prevention and patient safety initiatives.
Participate in ward rounds, MDT meetings and discharge planning processes. Provide emotional support and effective communication with patients, relatives and carers. Supervise and support Healthcare Assistants, nursing students and newly qualified staff where appropriate. Contribute to quality improvement, infection prevention and clinical governance activities. Ensure compassionate, dignified care that promotes independence and maximises patient outcomes.
About us
NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHL Group) was formed on 1 November 2024, born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our communities.
We are one of the largest employers in region, with over 18,900 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services that extend to more than two million people in the North West.
We operate from five hospital sites: Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside, and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospitalis home to several elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospitalprovide specialist services incardiothoracic surgery,cardiology and respiratory medicine, both in the hospital and out in the community.
Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single en-suite bedrooms and mainly focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will be a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse who is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care to older adults with complex health needs. They will be able to demonstrate:
- Current NMC UK registration and a commitment to maintaining professional standards and continuing professional development.
- Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills, with the ability to recognise and respond to deteriorating patients.
- Experience or an interest in caring for older adults with frailty, dementia, delirium, Parkinson's disease and multiple long-term conditions.
- A sound understanding of safeguarding, patient safety, falls prevention, pressure ulcer prevention and risk management.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with patients, relatives, carers and colleagues.
- The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing positively to ward rounds, discharge planning and holistic patient care.
- A compassionate and person-centred approach that promotes dignity, independence and respect for every patient.
- Good organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload in a busy ward environment.
- The ability to supervise and support Healthcare Assistants, nursing students and junior colleagues where appropriate.
- A commitment to quality improvement and providing excellent standards of care in line with Trust values.
We are looking for someone who is:
- Caring, kind and empathetic.
- Enthusiastic about caring for older people.
- Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- A team player who values collaboration and MDT working.
- Committed to delivering safe, effective and compassionate care.
- Passionate about improving patient outcomes and experience.
The ideal candidate will thrive within our supportive ward team and share our commitment to providing outstanding care for older adults throughout their hospital stay.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse, current NMC registration
- Diploma in Nursing
Desirable
- Mentorship/teaching qualification
- Post registration qualification in relevant specialty
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience and successful completion of band 5 foundation gateway competencies
- Experience within relevant clinical setting
- Evidence of maintaining a clinical learning environment.
- Evidence of working with students
Desirable
- Recent acute hospital experience [including as a student nurse]
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of current nursing issues and clinical governance
- Demonstrates awareness of own limitations
Skills
Essential
- Ability to organise workload and delegate tasks appropriately
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to support less experienced staff
- Ability to problem solve
- Good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing
Other
Essential
- Supportive of colleagues
- Ability to work in changing environments
- Committed to high standards of patient care
- Exemplary personal standards of conduct and behaviour
- Maintain both personal and professional development
- Willingness to be flexible and adaptable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Aintree University Hospital
Lower Lane
Liverpool
L9 7AL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)